There are thousands of English-language sites about China. Some are excellent and many are not. Here are a few I recommend. I will add to this list as I find more. If you find any that you think visitors to this site would enjoy, please let me know. I'd love to learn about them.
From China
China DailyThe site of the Chinese government’s English language newspaper. Well-run and informative. Articles run the gamut from daily news to human interest, providing a large variety of information on all parts of Chinese life as well as the Chinese international perspective. The site includes many photos, some slide shows, and editorial columns.
Culture of China has extensive information on many types of culture, from explaining Chinese chess to the examination systems to music and philosophy. It is produced by the Chinese government.
Shanghart Gallery Shanghart is an avant-garde gallery that began in Shanghai about 10 years ago. It’s website features the artists currently exhibiting at the gallery. The “Overview” page includes a catalogue of all the art they have had available, and each thumbnail enlarges many times. Very interesting and gives you an eye into rapidly changing China.